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3 people are charged in a Kentucky woman’s fatal stabbing, but her family says local police are at fault, too
She was found dead more than a year ago, in the large home of a well-known eastern Kentucky dentist. Roughly 13 months later, on July 30, the dentist and his son — Michael McKinney II and Michael McKinney III — were arrested in connection with the fatal stabbing of Amber Spradlin, 39. The circumstances surrounding her killing remain unclear and have cast what a local official described as a “cloud” over the community where she lived.
Echoes of Tradition: Highlights from the 98th Branstetter Park Homecoming
The 98th annual Branstetter Park Music Festival and Homecoming in Summer Shade, brought the community together for a weekend filled with music, games, and fellowship. The event, held on August 24-25, featured performances from local bands like Butler Hill Band and Hornets’ Nest Pickers, alongside an open mic session. Families enjoyed children’s games, races, and a silent auction, while concessions offered comfort food favorites. Sunday’s activities included a devotional, a memorial service, and special singing by Long Creek Bluegrass Gospel, culminating in a potluck lunch. Check out these photos capturing the vibrant spirit of the festival!
WNBA scout Mark Schindler talks Georgia Amoore, other potential pros for Kentucky WBB
Following the 2023-24 season, Georgia Amoore could have entered her name in the 2024 WNBA Draft, and more likely than not, she would have been a first-round pick (and if you don’t know, there are only 12 picks each round, unlike the NBA where there are 30 picks each round). However, after an amazing four-year […] The post WNBA scout Mark Schindler talks Georgia Amoore, other potential pros for Kentucky WBB appeared first on On3.
Monroe Deals Rebels 44-13 Opening-Night Loss
The Todd County Central football team didn’t get the start to the 2024 season it was looking for on Friday. Instead, for the second year in a row the Rebels found themselves on the wrong end of a matchup with Monroe County in a 44-13 loss to the visiting Falcons.
Physical Maroons Maul Union County To Open 2024 (w/PHOTOS)
The last time Madisonville North Hopkins had topped Union County in football, it was 2019. Jeriah Hightower was a senior about to commit to Eastern Kentucky. Jay Burgett — now Paducah Tilghman’s athletic director — was still the skipper. And the squad was on the brink of a historic, special 11-win season.
Speed Art Museum welcomes cafe and caterer Est. 1927 by Marigold
Est. 1927 by Marigold opened Wednesday, August 21 at the Speed Art Museum (2035 S. 3rd St. in Old Louisville), replacing Wiltshire at The Speed, the museum’s former food service and catering operator. The museum itself sets the table. Welcome to est. 1927 by Marigold!. The Speed Art Museum...
Empty Bowls raises funds to combat food insecurity, one bowl at a time
PADUCAH — Empty Bowls took place Saturday, Aug. 24, and the event raised money to combat food insecurity, one bowl at a time. The funds were raised for Community Kitchen's efforts to help feed people in the Paducah area. If you were at the Empty Bowls Event Saturday, these...
Hat worn by Scottie Scheffler in PGA Championship after arrest up for auction
The hat worn by Scottie Scheffler, Olympic gold medalist and 2024 Masters champion, in the second round of the PGA Championship at Valhalla Golf Club — the day of his arrest by Louisville Metro Police — is up for auction. Donated by Scheffler to the Kids Cancer Alliance for the Concert...
'We're not ready yet': Why some Kentucky auto dealers are struggling with EV sales
Automobile dealerships serve as ambassadors to customers looking to buy a new car. They're tasked with understanding and promoting new trends and technologies in the industry. And no trend in today’s auto industry is bigger than electric vehicles — but dealers may be disincentivized to sell them because of their business model, EV advocates say. ...
Eastern Kentucky Braces for Heatwave with Temperatures Soaring to Mid-90s
Jackson, KY – Eastern Kentucky will experience a stretch of hot and dry weather over the next few days. A strong ridge of high pressure remains in place, pushing temperatures into the upper 80s to mid-90s through Tuesday. Residents should prepare for sunny skies and rising heat. According to...
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